Neurocognitive Comorbidities in Pediatric Epilepsy: Lessons in the Laboratory and Clinical Profile

This article starts with an overview of the current data on animal model research, studying the influence of early-life seizures, followed by a summary of potential cellular and molecular mechanisms by which seizures can affect cognitive development. We then describe specific abnormal neuropsychological profiles that accompany specific pediatric epilepsy syndromes.
Source: Seminars in Pediatric Neurology - Category: Neurology Authors: Source Type: research